Kevin Brady

American lawyer and politician

Kevin Brady - American lawyer and politician
Born

April 11th, 1955
70 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a U.S. Representative from Texas from 1997 to 2023. Played a key role in developing and promoting tax reform legislation. Chaired the House Ways and Means Committee, overseeing significant fiscal policy decisions. Contributed to numerous initiatives in economic policy during tenure.

Served on the House Ways and Means Committee

Won multiple elections representing Texas's 8th district

Contributed to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017

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